Ask MetaFilter Questions About Quebec, QChttp://ask.metafilter.com/travel-transportation/canada/qc/quebec
Quesitons about Quebec, QC at Ask MetaFilter.Wed, 02 Jul 2014 20:16:51 -0800Wed, 02 Jul 2014 20:16:51 -0800en-ushttp://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss60September, Portland OR, or Quebec City?http://ask.metafilter.com/264566/September-Portland-OR-or-Quebec-City
In September Ms J0 and I would like to travel to either Portland (Oregon) or Quebec City. We would like to stay for 5 or so days. We can get to Portland for less than half the cost of getting to Quebec City. So, help us decide, please.<br><br>We like dining, drinking, walking, art, music, gardens, etc. We are pretty much liberals, in good physical fitness, early 30s. <br>
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Outdoor activities such as hiking are not really on the must have section of the agenda. We live in the country and thus walk in the great wild everyday and do love it but also are great fans city-walking / flaneuring and this is an activity on which we would like to center our trip.tag:ask.metafilter.com,2014:site.264566Thu, 03 Jul 2014 03:16:51 GMTbemerrydrinkeatholidayportlandoregonquebectripwalkJ0What to do and eat in Quebec City and Maritimes http://ask.metafilter.com/240980/What-to-do-and-eat-in-Quebec-City-and-Maritimes
Despite my feelings about cruises, I am taking my mom on a cruise for her 80th birthday (Quebec City, Nova Scotia, PEI). I am looking for help - with what to eat and what to see.<br><br>Because I am expecting to not be thrilled about the food on the cruise I want to make up for it with terrific meals when we are ashore.<br>
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We will be in Quebec city for a few days and have stops in Charlottetown, Sydney and Halifax. We will have a car and I am looking for the best restaurant experiences. What we love is GOOD FOOD (does not have to be cutting edge/fancy/served in petri dishes) paired with a great location - historic buildings, beautiful views, rolling farms, or really unique. <br>
We will be in Quebec City for all 3 meals but the other locations only for lunch. <br>
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The only real plans we have for what we are doing (other than eating) is going to Louisbourgh in Nova Scotia. I am very interested in hearing about "must-sees" in any of the locations. I would say we like history and natural beauty and anything unique to that area.tag:ask.metafilter.com,2013:site.240980Tue, 14 May 2013 22:12:26 GMTCanadaCharlottetownHalifaxMaratimesNovaScotiaPEIQuebecQuebecCitybeccajWhere should I go for great traditional music in Quebec?http://ask.metafilter.com/231245/Where-should-I-go-for-great-traditional-music-in-Quebec
Where should I go to hear traditional music in Quebec this holiday season?<br><br>I have been gifted with a trip to Quebec over the holidays, hooray! I am a fiddle player (old time, New England, poorly-done Irish and Cape Breton) and a huge fan of traditional music in general. I'd really love to be able to get to hear some traditional French Canadian or Metis music while in Quebec. I'm open to any and all options and venues. I know that here in New York, if someone were to ask a similar question, I would recommend to them any number of jam sessions, open mics and very small venues that tend to feature the more traditional side of "roots" music. In other words, I'm not necessarily looking for a formal show, but more a place where I can go and drink a beer and enjoy some great music. Any recommendations for bands to seek out would be greatly appreciated as well. I'll be in Quebec from Dec. 26-31st, with access to a vehicle and staying at the Chateau Frontenac just for a little context.tag:ask.metafilter.com,2012:site.231245Sun, 16 Dec 2012 19:41:12 GMTmusicQuebecresolvedPolyhymniaCan you walk on top of the Citadel in Quebec City?http://ask.metafilter.com/206734/Can-you-walk-on-top-of-the-Citadel-in-Quebec-City
Is it possible to walk on top of the Citadel or Ramparts in Quebec City in winter?<br><br>Asking for a friend...She visited Quebec City in March in the early to mid 90s. She thinks she walked on top of the Citadel walls or maybe the walls of the city, although she seems more certain that it was the Citadel.<br>
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She recalls walking up a hill. Her memory here is a bit hazy, as she had already been to the Breakneck Stairs, the Chateau, a tour of the Citadel, etc. She doesn't know where she was, except that it was near the Plains of Abraham at some point, although she thinks maybe she started near a tobaggan run for the Chateau or something. Anyway, she went up the hill, then sort of a staircase (metal, possibly temporary). Some other people were taking this same path. There was a sign that said, in French, "Access forbidden" or something to that effect. Other people were ignoring it and just sort of stepping over a metal gate and continuing. Anyway, she also did this, although the other people moved a lot faster and were soon gone. After some time, she found herself fairly high up on top of the fortress, she thinks. At some point, she looked down and realized there was a hole in front of her that dropped down a long way to the ground - and that she was walking on ice and snow. She crawled back until she found what she felt was a wall and then crawled along to the end of the wall. She doesn't remember how she got off the end of the wall...perhaps another temporary stair case or a slope. <br>
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Anyway, at the end, she walked down a hill to a field, which she thinks was the Plains of Abraham. She stood there for a while, realized she had no idea what she was on - could be a pond for all she knew - and she set back up the hill, somewhat worried that she might end up lost in the snow, as it was a bit of an incline and, since the spring thaw was underway, she was worried about things sliding down toward her, as the hill was quite steep and she didn't grow up in a place with much snow.<br>
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She wants to know if it is possible that this was the Citadel or if there is some other building that would have put her in the same place. She is unsure if she was walking on the fortress or perhaps the walls of the city. She's a bit incredulous that she or anyone could have just walked up on top of the Citadel, let alone that she would have ignored the sign. But she insists that this really did happen and can provide a lot of other details about what was a memorable weekend on her own. She thinks she was dissociating a bit during the experience, which gives it some dreamlike qualities, but she's quite certain it all did happen. It's just that she can't believe she could just go up on the Citadel.<br>
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Thanks.tag:ask.metafilter.com,2012:site.206734Fri, 27 Jan 2012 06:29:19 GMTcanadacitadelquebecresolvedtravelChaussette and the Pussy CatsNYE in Quebec City?http://ask.metafilter.com/204347/NYE-in-Quebec-City
What should I do in Quebec City this New Year's Eve?<br><br>I'll be in Quebec City this New Year's Eve, and I'm looking for recommendations for reasonably-priced ways to celebrate - I'm open to more or less anything other than clubbing, and anything with ridiculous NYE cover. Are there likely to be any good bars that won't be charging crazy cover? Nice places to eat? Something else I'm not thinking of? I'm also looking for any suggestions as to where to stay downtown. Thanks!tag:ask.metafilter.com,2011:site.204347Thu, 29 Dec 2011 04:11:46 GMTcelebratenewyearsevequebecquebeccityresolvedionaQuebec City!!!http://ask.metafilter.com/190502/Quebec-City
Spending a couple days in Quebec City in early/mid-August. Where should I stay? Is it worth it to pay for more for somewhere in the old city? What is the parking situation?<br><br>We're a young couple, and the main priority in a hotel is 1) cost and 2) cleanliness. I don't really care about services or amenities. We'll have a car with us. Will there definitely be a place to park in a more central location/will we have to pay extra?<br>
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For example, would staying <a href="http://www.tripadvisor.com/Hotel_Review-g155033-d183332-Reviews-Hotel_Classique-Quebec_City_Quebec.html">here</a>, 2815 Blvd. Laurier, on what appears to be a main street, be convenient as far as getting downtown?<br>
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Any other recommendations would be great!tag:ask.metafilter.com,2011:site.190502Tue, 12 Jul 2011 01:54:54 GMTcanadahotelslogisticsquebeccityleedlyQuebec in winter?http://ask.metafilter.com/168625/Quebec-in-winter
Quebec City casual?<br><br>We'll be staying in the old city of Quebec. Can you recommend any places to eat that are not fine dining but enjoyable? <br>
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Just as important: how scary is the toboggan ride on Terrace Dufferin?tag:ask.metafilter.com,2010:site.168625Mon, 25 Oct 2010 01:49:40 GMTcanadaquebectobogganSissinghurstPlaces to go in the Eastern Townships?http://ask.metafilter.com/160044/Places-to-go-in-the-Eastern-Townships
Where in Quebec's Eastern Townships should a bunch of people go?<br><br>I'm helping to plan a mini-tour for a somewhat large group of friends (~25 people... I know) and looking for suggestions for specific tour stops. Some details:<br>
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- We'll be camping in Mont-Orford park, so are looking for interesting places to go somewhat nearby (say, within 3/4 hour drive)<br>
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- Suggestions for casual places to eat would be great. Since it's a large group, cute and tiny B&amp;Bs etc probably aren't suitable.<br>
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- Wineries, cideries, pubs etc would be great. We're already going to go to St Benoit du Lac, anything else close by?<br>
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Thanks!tag:ask.metafilter.com,2010:site.160044Tue, 20 Jul 2010 16:42:04 GMTcanadaeasterntownshipsquebecresolvedtraveltransientles newlyweds, eh?http://ask.metafilter.com/152852/les-newlyweds-eh
What are some interesting, rural-ish places to honeymoon in Quebec?<br><br>My fiance and I are planning a little honeymoon trip this August. We want to go someplace in Quebec, but are shying away from Montreal and Quebec City because we're looking for a more rural setting. Any recommendations for interesting towns that have lively communities and natural beauty? We love to hike, swim, patronize the arts and are prioritizing fun over romance. (We'd prefer to experience something new together rather than prune up in a heart-shaped hot tub for a week.) Merci!tag:ask.metafilter.com,2010:site.152852Mon, 03 May 2010 20:36:46 GMTcanadahoneymoonquebecRingerChopChopAggressive Quebec drivinghttp://ask.metafilter.com/143257/Aggressive-Quebec-driving
Why are drivers in Quebec so much more aggressive than in other provinces?<br><br>I'd always heard about "Montreal drivers" but thought that maybe it was just a stereotype. But after my first visit there years ago I realized how much truth there was to it. People rarely use their blinkers when changing lanes, tail-gating is rampant, there just seems to be a real aggressive streak in drivers there that I haven't seen elsewhere in Canada.<br>
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I'm honestly curious as to why so many people there (and in Quebec in general, it seems - I find the same style of driving on highways and in cities across the province) drive like this? Is it something cultural? Are there different road rules I'm not aware of? I've learned to adapt to the different style when I drive to Montreal so it's not really a problem for me anymore (although managing to find my exit off the autoroute is another matter!) but I'm still curious.tag:ask.metafilter.com,2010:site.143257Fri, 15 Jan 2010 03:30:31 GMTdrivingquebecfsoWhat do you think is fun in Quebec City?http://ask.metafilter.com/100425/What-do-you-think-is-fun-in-Quebec-City
What do you think is fun in Quebec City? My wife and I are going to Quebec City for the long weekend. Any recommendations on what to see and do? We like street markets specifically but we're up for anything, especially touristy stuff. We're staying in the city center but we'll have a car. Neither of us has been there in at least 10 years.tag:ask.metafilter.com,2008:site.100425Fri, 29 Aug 2008 12:15:53 GMTqcquebecquebeccityMayor CurleyVisiting Quebec to try and fake French for a week. What should we make a point to do/visit/eat?http://ask.metafilter.com/95825/Visiting-Quebec-to-try-and-fake-French-for-a-week-What-should-we-make-a-point-to-dovisiteat
Visiting Quebec to try and fake French for a week. What should we make a point to do/visit/eat?<br><br>My boyfriend and I are visiting Quebec to try and fake French for a week. What should we make a point to do/visit/eat? We will be staying in a timeshare, Lac Morency in Saint Hippoyte. Its about 3 hours from Quebec and 1 hour from Montreal (we will be driving our car). We're hoping to do some outdoor activities while we are there (fishing/hiking/biking) and do a few day trips to Montreal and Quebec as well. Our budget is relatively conscious but flexible. Any suggestions of some fun things to see or do or a great place to eat? We are easy-going, love good beer/scotch/wine, love good food (Eggs Benedict here I come), and aren't necessarily into the tourist scene. Any suggestions are welcome and appreciated. Thanks!tag:ask.metafilter.com,2008:site.95825Sat, 05 Jul 2008 21:40:20 GMTCanadaMontrealQuebecvacationCarialleLooking for a Quebec Retreat with Urban Possibilitieshttp://ask.metafilter.com/92786/Looking-for-a-Quebec-Retreat-with-Urban-Possibilities
Know of any great places to stay or see in Southern Quebec? Looking for a quiet idyll that's not too far (2hrs ish?) from Montreal and Quebec city for daytrips.<br><br>SO and I are looking for a quiet place, preferably on a body of water, where we can relax and generally not have to deal with other people, but where we can drive into the cities without too much of a hassle. <br>
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Obviously, I understand a great place may not be equidistant from the cities, but something not too far afield from them.<br>
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I'm none too familiar with Quebec so any ideas? Suggestions? Warnings?tag:ask.metafilter.com,2008:site.92786Fri, 30 May 2008 17:21:30 GMTcanadagetawayholidayquebecSouthernQuebecvacationAny Moose In a StormIce hotelshttp://ask.metafilter.com/79822/Ice-hotels
Has anyone stayed in an ice hotel? Particularly the one in Quebec?<br><br>I'm thinking of taking my husband there for his birthday in the early spring. Any input would be appreciated!tag:ask.metafilter.com,2007:site.79822Mon, 31 Dec 2007 06:11:03 GMThotelsicehotelquebectravelLittleMissCrankyWhere to go in Quebec?http://ask.metafilter.com/69079/Where-to-go-in-Quebec
I've got a couple of days between appointments in Montreal in late August. I could stay in the city but I'm feeling like it could also be nice to get a car and drive somewhere peaceful, interesting, or beautiful where I could relax. Any recommendations?tag:ask.metafilter.com,2007:site.69079Sat, 11 Aug 2007 17:57:43 GMTattractionsQuebecjasper411